Findings

The Congress finds the following: (1) Severe weather events including severe storms, heat waves, severe winter storms, flooding, wildfires, and cold snaps present serious risks to people experiencing homelessness. (2) Temporarily increasing emergency shelter capacity during severe weather periods will prevent injury, reduce harm, and reduce strain on emergency medical services and hospitals. (3) Targeted Federal funding is necessary to protect life, prevent illness, and support State and local efforts to respond to emergencies.